California’s new fire maps add 1.4 million acres to high-risk zones, triggering stricter building and land-use regulations. While these changes aim to improve fire safety, they aren’t expected to directly impact insurance rates. Learn how these updates are shaping wildfire resilience across the state.
Renault is making EV fires easier to control with a new battery access port that allows firefighters to flood the battery with water in minutes. By offering this technology under a free license, they’re pushing for safer solutions across the industry. See how this innovation could change EV fire response worldwide.
A fire that destroyed a downtown Prince George building last month was likely caused by improperly stored materials, investigators say. With no signs of foul play or unauthorized entry, officials have ruled the blaze accidental. Learn how the investigation unfolded.
Firefighters in Tataskweyak Cree Nation are forced to use buckets to fight fires due to broken hydrants and a lack of running water in parts of the community. Local leaders are pushing for federal support to fix decades-old infrastructure and improve fire safety. See how this northern Manitoba community is fighting for change.
Violence against firefighters is rising worldwide, with three-quarters of German professionals reporting assaults – and Canadian towns now taking steps like providing body armour. Calls for stronger protections, including legislation and bodycams, are growing louder. Explore how global fire services are responding to this troubling trend.
CAL FIRE is using augmented reality to train flight crews for dangerous rescue missions—without ever leaving the ground. The new system offers safer, more cost-effective training and helps standardize emergency procedures across the state. See how technology is transforming firefighter training for the next generation.
Montreal firefighters are facing a rising number of cancer cases linked to toxic exposure on the job, now accounting for 90% of firefighter deaths in Quebec. The union is calling for better prevention and early detection to protect those who protect us. See how awareness is pushing change for firefighter health and safety.
Northern Saskatchewan cities like Prince Albert face greater wildfire risks due to their proximity to forests, while Regina and Saskatoon are more likely to see grass fires – but no city is immune. Learn how changing conditions are shaping wildfire response across the province.
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Edmonton Fire Rescue Services’ new Fire Chief David Lazenby steps into the role –